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November is Radon Action Month

Huron Perth, ON – November is Radon Action Month in Canada, and Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is encouraging residents to test their homes for radon.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is released from the ground. It can be found in varying concentrations all over Canada. Radon is odourless, tasteless, and invisible. When radon is released into the outdoor air, levels are low and generally not a concern. However, when radon enters enclosed spaces, like homes, levels can build...

COVID-19 and flu vaccines available to everyone aged six months and older

Huron Perth, ON – Beginning October 30, 2023, the COVID-19 XBB vaccine and the influenza vaccine (“flu shot”) will be available to everyone aged six months and older. Individuals can receive their next COVID-19 dose if it has been a recommended six months since their last dose or confirmed COVID-19 infection.

“We know that COVID-19 continues to circulate, and that flu has arrived in Huron Perth,” says Dr. Miriam Klassen, Medical Officer of Health for Huron Perth. “Both viruses can lead to serious...

First confirmed case of flu in Huron Perth

Huron Perth, ON - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has received confirmation of the first case of influenza (flu) in a resident. The resident is under the age of 5. This lab-confirmed result means that flu is circulating in Huron Perth.

“The flu can be a serious illness that can lead to hospitalization, especially among young children and older adults,” says Dr. Miriam Klassen, Medical Officer of Health for Huron Perth. “I encourage all residents aged six months and older to get their influenza...

HPPH launches October vaccine clinics for high-risk individuals

Huron Perth, ON – HPPH has launched four October clinics offering COVID and influenza vaccinations to high-risk populations. The COVID vaccine offered will be the recently approved vaccine for protection against the COVID XBB variant.

These HPPH clinics are open to any of the following individuals, as long as it has been six months since a person’s last vaccine dose or confirmed COVID infection:

• Individuals at high-risk for influenza and/or COVID-19 related complications or hospitalization:

COVID vaccine and flu shots coming soon

Huron Perth, ON – Community spread of COVID-19 is on the rise across Ontario, including in Huron Perth. On September 14, 2023, the provincial government provided information about the respiratory illness season, including vaccines against influenza and COVID-19.

Health Canada recently approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine formulation for individuals aged six months and older. It provides better protection against Omicron XBB, the currently circulating variant. Higher risk populations will be...